Dermatologist Dr. Ruiz Dasilva breaks down the science of RINVOQ

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DR. RUIZ DASILVA: Hi. My name is Dr. Diego Ruiz Dasilva, and I’m a board-certified dermatologist.

A lot of people think eczema is just a skin condition, but it’s actually a systemic disease. People with eczema have overactive immune systems and persistent inflammation that contributes to symptoms such as itch and rash.

JAK proteins are like messengers within your body’s signaling pathways, and we believe that these JAK proteins play a key role in inflammation that causes itch and rash.  

RINVOQ is a JAK inhibitor, meaning it works within your immune system to help block certain signals that are thought to contribute to excess inflammation.

VOICE OVER: Because JAK inhibitors, like RINVOQ, affect the immune system, they can lower the ability to fight infections and may cause other serious side effects. It's important to talk to your healthcare provider about the possible side effects of prescription treatments. 

Warning: Serious Infections, Increased Risk of Death, Cancer, Major Cardiovascular Events, and Blood Clots. See additional Important Safety Information about RINVOQ on this page.

Talk to your doctor today.